How to Make Sausage Smothered in Red Cabbage - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something special about a dish that brings together a mix of flavors and textures. It's not often that you come across a recipe that perfectly balances sweet and savory, crunchy and tender. Sausage smothered in red cabbage is one such dish, a comforting and hearty meal that's perfect for any night of the week. This recipe is a celebration of fall flavors, with the addition of warm spices and the earthy sweetness of red cabbage. Whether you're looking for a simple and satisfying meal t...

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Ingredients

  • 1 small head red cabbage, shredded
  • 1 apple, cored and diced
  • 3 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon wine vinegar
  • 1 pound kielbasa sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 5

  • Place cabbage in a large kettle; add diced apple, 2 teaspoons salt, lemon juice, and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes.
  • Warm butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion until golden. Add onion to cabbage mixture along with 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, vinegar, and sausage. Cook, covered, until sausage is heated through, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Spoon cabbage onto a heated platter and top with sausage to serve.
  • Nutrition

    355 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 66mg
    • Sodium: 2297mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 68mg
    • Calcium: 73mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 603mg